Details

Open Date

Requisition Number PRN36521B

Job Title Coordinator, Project

Working Title Project Coordinator

Job Grade C

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 20

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Part-time, average 20 hours/week.

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00196 - Health & Kinesiology

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $18.00 to 21.20/hour, depending on experience

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Job Summary

The College of Health Office of Associate Dean of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion ( EDI ) is seeking a part-time highly motivated person to serve as its Project Coordinator. Ideal candidates for this position will have knowledge and experience related to both health and equity, diversity, and inclusion as well as community engagement.

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating efforts across partnerships within the University of Utah and community. The Project Coordinator will work closely with the Associate Dean of EDI to create and implement tools and policies that will examine, disrupt, and eliminate inequalities in policies, practices, and systems. They will help identify gaps and implement solutions for the COH community and beyond.

This position is expected to last up to 1 year.

Responsibilities

This position will report to the Associate Dean of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to help support EDI programs and initiatives.

Program coordination and project/grant management

• Assist in strategic planning, implementation and evaluation of programs focused on meeting unique social needs of students, staff, and faculty.

• Assist in the preparation of grant proposals

• Represent COH on Health Sciences, U of U, and/or community-based EDI committees as deemed appropriate by the Associate Dean of EDI .

• Provide administrative assistance to the Associate Dean of EDI .

• Execute and manage outreach initiatives as directed by the Associate Dean of EDI

Communication

• Work in partnership with COH communication team (i.e.. webmaster, social media coordinators) to amplify EDI’s presence to internal and external stakeholders.

• Stay current on EDI best practices, concepts, and techniques.

Financial/Data Management

• Provide purchasing support.

• Assist in data gathering for information needed for EDI -related grants.

Training Development & Delivery

• Support creation and production of trainings, workshops, forums, and written materials.

Relationship Building:

• Collaborate with Student Services and other system-wide student programs (e.g., affinity groups).

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and community leaders regarding EDI related issues.

Occasional evening or weekend on-or off-campus work may be required, with notice.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required. Bachelor’s degree in a related area is preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Master’s Degree in Community Health, Education, Public Health, Social Work, or a related health administration field.

Demonstrated excellent human relation and customer service skills.

Effective oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.

Strong coordination and organizational skills.

Previous experience working in higher education setting.

Experience working on federally-funded projects.

Ability to work with and coordinate among multiple project partners.

Ability to work as part of a team and also independently.

Ability to prioritize competing deadlines.

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of software applications.

If you are excited about this role but your experience is not in perfect alignment with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply anyway. Studies show that individuals from underrepresented communities, such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color, are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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